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Executive Chef - Furman University

Salary:  $60,000 - $70,000 / year

 

Our Passion is Food!

At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on, self-motivated Executive Chef to lead all culinary operations at Timmons Arena and Paladin Stadium at Furman University. This role encompasses concessions and premium suite catering for sports and special events, as well as overseeing the arena as a private event venue during non-sporting periods. The ideal candidate will bring strong culinary expertise, high-volume foodservice experience, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance with corporate culinary standards.

  • Direct the preparation and execution of menus—both standard and custom—for concessions and catered events.

  • Train and supervise kitchen staff on food preparation, safe handling practices, equipment use, and sanitation.

  • Maintain inventory and order food and non-food supplies within budget while ensuring availability.

  • Develop and manage cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment, storage, and workspaces.

  • Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation regulations.

  • Adapt kitchen operations to support a variety of events, including high-volume sports games and private functions.

  • Perform additional duties as required to support culinary operations.

 

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in culinary arts or equivalent professional experience.

  • 3–5 years of progressive kitchen and culinary management experience.

  • Proven ability to manage high-volume, complex foodservice operations.

  • Strong knowledge of current culinary trends, sanitation standards, food cost controls, and presentation.

  • Extensive catering and events background; sports and arena catering experience highly preferred.

  • Comfortable working independently and managing a small team.

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, email, and internet-based systems.

  • ServSafe certification strongly preferred.

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Bon Appetit is a member of Compass Group USA.

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Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information. 

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.

Req ID:  1440596

Bon Appetit 

Tyler Justus 


Nearest Major Market: Greenville
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina
Job Segment: Food Service, Executive Chef, Event Planning, Chef, Culinary, Hospitality

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